Both handsets can connect to 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi networks. They also have Bluetooth 2.1.

As well as support for near-field communications (NFC) technology, there's a built-in compass, which can be used for location-based functions and augmented reality apps such as Wikitude, an AR service preinstalled on each device.

The BlackBerry Bold 9900 - the HSPa+ 3G version - and 9930 - the CDMA EvDo model - are expected this summer. Prices have yet to be announced. ®